The Chair of the Djibouti Code of Conduct/Jeddah Amendment has expressed grave concern over the resurgence of piracy in the Western Indian Ocean and Gulf of Aden, warning that recent attacks show maritime security gains in…
Tony Paulson Tony Paulson Head of Asia & Corporate Director The Russia (Sanctions) (EU Exit) (Amendment) Regulations 2026 On 20 May 2026, the UK On 20 May 2026, the UK Russia (Sanctions) (EU Exit) (Amendment)…
On May 1, 2026, President Donald Trump signed a new Executive Order 14404, “Imposing Sanctions on Those Responsible for Repression in Cuba and for Threats to United States National Security and Foreign Policy” (the “Order”). This…
The industry associations of BIMCO, the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS), the International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA), INTERCARGO, INTERTANKO and the Oil Companies International Marine Forum (OCIMF) have recently released the publication: Industry Guidance on…
Industry organizations ICS, BIMCO, INTERCARGO, INTERTANKO, IMCA, and OCIMF have joined forces to issue the “Safe Management of Vessel Transit through the Strait of Hormuz” guidance, to help operators safely transit the area. As stated,…
On 23 April 2026, the Council of the European Union adopted its 20th package of restrictive measures against Russia, amending Regulation (EU) 833/2014 and Regulation (EU) 269/2014. These measures were implemented in Council Regulation (EU)…
The Swedish Club reported a solid financial performance for 2025, supported by disciplined underwriting, risk management and capital management. This marks the third consecutive year of positive results, reflecting a consistent, long-term approach in an…
We’re pleased to share Gard’s Annual Report, highlighting a year of progress and delivery. We have the concluding insight in our Heavy Weather series and examine the implications of a proposed 60-day Jones Act waiver. Gard presents…
Update on Merger Discussions and Management Company Proposal Further to the announcement in November 2025 that the UK P&I Club and TT Club had entered into merger discussions, the Boards are pleased to confirm that those discussions…
The Norwegian Maritime Authority (NMA) has decided that, until further notice, Norwegian-flagged vessels will not be permitted to enter the Strait of Hormuz. For ships already operating in the area, the NMA will continue to…
